When to replace the Pollen Filter on your HYUNDAI SANTA FE
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 1 year / 20000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
HYUNDAI SANTA FÉ I (SM) 2.7 4x4, HYUNDAI SANTA FÉ I (SM) 2.7 4x4 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Pollen Filter for SANTA FÉ I (SM) and other HYUNDAI models
Tools
Replacement: pollen filter – HYUNDAI SANTA FÉ I (SM). Tools you need:
Flat Screwdriver
Replacement: pollen filter – HYUNDAI SANTA FÉ I (SM). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Replace the cabin filter at least once every six months, in early spring and autumn seasons.
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • If the air flow into the cabin has sharply reduced, replace the filter before a scheduled maintenance.
  • Please note: all work on the car – HYUNDAI SANTA FÉ I (SM) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the glove box.
  2. Step 2
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    Detach the stopper (strap) from the glove box lid. Use a flat screwdriver.
  3. Step 3
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    Remove the glovebox.
    Replacement: pollen filter – HYUNDAI SANTA FÉ I (SM). AUTODOC recommends:
    Be careful to avoid damaging the glove compartment fasteners.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the cabin filter housing.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the cabin filter. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Replacement: pollen filter – HYUNDAI SANTA FÉ I (SM). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car.
  6. Step 6
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    Install the cabin filter to its mounting seat. Make sure that the filter edge fits tight to the housing.
    Replacement: pollen filter – HYUNDAI SANTA FÉ I (SM). Tip:
    Follow the air flow direction arrow on the filter.Check out the correct location of the filter element. Do not skew.Attention! Use quality filters – HYUNDAI SANTA FÉ I (SM).
  7. Step 7
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    Install the cabin filter housing. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
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